Biological devices and compositions for increasing hair growth and methods of use thereof

Abstract

Described herein are biological devices and extracts useful for stimulating hair follicles and/or for increasing hair growth. The biological devices include microbial cells transformed with a DNA construct containing genes for producing transforming growth factor β, keratin, adiponectin, and thymosin β4. In some instances, the extracts also include a synthetic pentapeptide, GPIGS. Methods for using the devices and/or extracts to treat the scalp are also provided herein.

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